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Aim and methods: To explore experiences of being on sick leave by interviewing 16 persons on sick leave and using a phenomenological approach. To explore registered nurses’ work in the care of persons on sick leave by performing three focus group discussions with registered nurses. LÄS MER

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Decisions on entitlement to sickness benefits and return to work interventions have substantial impact on individuals’ lives and on society. In most Western European countries, such decisions are based on sickness certificates, which should provide information on how a disease or injury reduces the individual’s work ability. LÄS MER

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Background. Long-term sick leave is one of the main risk factors for permanent exit out of the labour market. The longer the duration of sickness absence, the less likely sick leave conclusion.Objectives and Methods. LÄS MER

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The aim of this study was to describe attitudes and doctors' practice regarding the sick-listing process. Using a questionnaire distributed among newly sick-listed patients, their doctors,employers and officials at the National Health Insurance office it was found that the patients held a more positive view on the beneficial effects of sick-listing. LÄS MER